Breeding programs could alter heritable dog characteristics to reduce the rates of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS), a breathing disorder common in dogs such as Bulldogs, French ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Pekingese dogs and Japanese chins were among the highest risk for breathing problems. The study examined the risk of ...

A study involving more than 4,000 pugs, bulldogs and French bulldogs found that respiratory health and nostril size are ...

In 14-breed survey, Pekingeses and Japanese Chins, as well as dogs with overweight, collapsing nostrils, and flat faces, experienced high BOAS severity In short-skulled (brachycephalic) dogs, a very ...

Your dog seems a little quieter. He hesitates before standing up or skips a meal, and it is easy to think he just needs rest.

Breathing problems in flat-faced dogs are strongly linked to genetics, providing a way to improve airway health through ...